Nikon has recalled approximately 5,100 EN-EL15 rechargeable lithium-ion battery packs in the U.S. (with an additional 1,100 in Canada and 195,000 worldwide). These batteries were sold with Nikon D800 and D7000 digital SLR cameras and can short circuit, causing the battery to overheat and melt. While no injuries have been reported in the U.S. or Canada, seven incidents of overheating have been reported internationally. These products were sold at camera and mass merchandise stores, through catalogs, and online from March 2012 through April 2012 for between $1,200 and $3,000 as part of a camera kit.
The internal components of the battery pack can short circuit, leading to extreme overheating that can melt the battery's plastic casing and cause burn injuries to anyone touching the device.
Consumers should stop using the recalled battery packs immediately, remove them from the camera and contact Nikon for a free replacement battery pack.
Rechargeable Battery Packs Sold with Digital SLR Cameras
If you or a family member were harmed by this recalled product, you may have legal rights. Consider consulting a consumer protection attorney to understand your options for compensation.
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Sources: CPSC Notice · Raw API Response